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[Ep421] Tool Shed Jun 28, 2023

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This week, we talk about robot assistants, Netflix Games, and tool mastery in Crashlands 2. Discover how telegraphs and strategic positioning enhance harvesting and combat in CL2. This approach offers flexibility and empowers players to express themselves through meaningful choices. It’s like equipping yourself with the right knowledge to ask the right questions to bring clarity to the experience.

Official Website: https://www.bscotch.net/games/crashlands-2/
Trailer: https://youtu.be/yR_Opccn1n4
Steam Wishlist: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1401730/Crashlands2/

00:30 Intro

00:49 Thanks to our supporters! (https://moneygrab.bscotch.net)

Questions answered (abbreviated):

01:50 FlyhoppieAxerompa: Seth are you still using VS Code?
27:29 Bupanoilie Rolleepa: How does Netflix Games work?
40:05 Ticklesaurus Rex: what your plans are in regards to revealing content about Crashlands 2 over time?

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[Ep420] Blazing Questions Jun 21, 2023

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In this episode, we discuss community building, speed-running, and tool swapping. You can't attract followers with nothing to offer. Once you've got a solid foundation, lay out some tasty morsels and invite people to take a look. Forge genuine connections, and maybe some of those people will want to stay for a meal. Then before you know it, you're hosting a dinner party... open house...? Look, we make games, not metaphors.

Official Website: https://www.bscotch.net/games/crashlands-2/
Trailer: https://youtu.be/yR_Opccn1n4
Steam Wishlist: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1401730/Crashlands2/

00:30 Intro

01:39 Thanks to our supporters! (https://moneygrab.bscotch.net)

Questions answered (abbreviated):

03:09 Veeryota: What can you recommend to start building a community of my own?
26:01 Challosis: Have you tried other user-generated content maker games, like Super Dungeon Maker or Meet Your Maker?
34:47 IllegallySam: Would you guys be interested in ever doing some kind of developer-commentated speedrun for one of your games?
38:31 Coobra Nookrag: how did you redesign Crashlands 1 characters for CL2?

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[Ep419] Abstract Musings Jun 14, 2023

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This week, we talk about Crashlands 2 shenanigans, LA madness, and subject matter experts. The concept of expertise is transforming from a focus on specific details to higher-level abstractions. When you have a deep understanding of the conceptual underpinnings of something, you can leverage technology to figure out precise answers. But first, you need to know what questions to ask and how to ask them.

Official Website: https://www.bscotch.net/games/crashlands-2/
Trailer: https://youtu.be/yR_Opccn1n4
Steam Wishlist: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1401730/Crashlands2/

00:20 Intro

00:44 Thanks to our supporters! (https://moneygrab.bscotch.net)

01:00 Crashlands 2 Announcement

02:18 Guerilla Collective

04:37 LA Mix Event

09:37 The Completionist

24:30 World Map

Questions answered (abbreviated):

38:15 Cpt. Jazz: In preparation for episode 420, in what ways is the Butterscotch crew blazin' through Crashlands 2 development?
41:10 JumpykragQuaajoin: Will people learn fewer things or learn less quickly if they use Copilot?

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[Ep418] Crashlands 2 Jun 07, 2023

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The wait is over, Shenanites! We are thrilled to (officially) announce Crashlands 2, coming your way in 2024! In this episode, we talk about returning to Woanope, keeping secrets, and wheels and deals. Check out the announcement trailer and head over to Steam to wishlist Crashlands 2!

Official Website: https://www.bscotch.net/games/crashlands2
Trailer: https://youtu.be/yR_Opccn1n4
Steam Wishlist: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1401730/Crashlands2/

00:33 Intro

01:05 Thanks to our supporters! (https://moneygrab.bscotch.net)

03:15 News

Questions answered (abbreviated):

36:41 Beekie Boppaboop: If you were to commission someone to make a game, what would you ask for?

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[Ep417] Ninja Hacks May 31, 2023

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In this episode, we discuss an abundance of ideas, a plethora of self-criticism, and a bounty of learning. Accessing the learner in you means getting curious, and getting curious means letting yourself free fall into rabbit holes. Hang out with the nerdiest nerds on a given subject. Seek feedback and figure out how to extract value from criticism. And always focus on the process instead of just the results.

00:33 Intro

00:52 Thanks to our supporters! (https://moneygrab.bscotch.net)

Questions answered (abbreviated):

04:00 challosis: Do y'all have tons of ideas? How do decide which to actually build?
23:23 Beekie Boppaboop: How do y’all keep useful self-analysis and criticism from turning into harsh/harmful self talk?
43:39: TimConceivable: Were there any wiznugs that you feel helped you immensely to improve in art?

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[Ep416] Unproductive Bliss May 24, 2023

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This week, we talk about brain chemistry, pushing boundaries, and perpetual busyness. A culture obsessed with the productivity mindset creates a sense that any moment of idleness is a waste of time. The first step to overthrowing the tyranny of busyness is the recognition and prioritization of rest and self-care. Your secret weapon is giving yourself a break.

00:26 Intro

00:46 Thanks to our supporters! (https://moneygrab.bscotch.net)

Questions answered (abbreviated):

07:18 BscotchKarl: How do you acknowledge and convince yourself that by the end of the day, your day was worthwhile?
45:39 Dwarfaparte: Have you guys ever experimented with 2.5d in Gamemaker?

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[Ep415] Effortless Excellence May 17, 2023

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In this episode, we discuss time-management, interconnectedness, and learning strategies. Instead of settling for the old cliché of blood, sweat, and tears as the sole keys to success, why not embrace the philosophy of working smarter, not just harder? Rewrite the script, and turn the road to success into a delightful stroll in the park!

00:21 Intro

00:44 Thanks to our supporters! (https://moneygrab.bscotch.net)

Questions answered (abbreviated):

03:47 AttogourdieRakeishie:What is the best way to learn multiple skills and how should I scale projects to be something I can accomplish?

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[Ep414] Combinatorial Explosion May 10, 2023

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This week, we talk about the programming problem, web jargon, and logistics. Game development may seem like a dream job, but the reality is that it’s a lot of hard work, decision making, and logistics management. Who knew making fun could be so complicated?

00:27 Intro

00:50 Thanks to our supporters! (https://moneygrab.bscotch.net)

03:36 Co-pilot

Questions answered (abbreviated):

31:08 Teele: What you like for front-end and back-end Web dev
41:07 Bupanoilie Rolleepa: What's the biggest misconception people have about working in the games industry?

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[Ep413] Emotional Shield May 03, 2023

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In this episode, we discuss devlogs, content moderation, and neurodivergence. When players leave reviews and feedback for gamedevs, a lot of times they’ll come in guns blazing with inflammatory language because they’re frustrated and accustomed to being ignored. People sometimes forget that there are real humans on the other side of the screen. Plan ahead by setting guidelines for feedback and creating a way to pre-fillter those comments to protect everyone’s peace. A little humor goes a long way!

00:30 Intro

02:05 Thanks to our supporters! (https://moneygrab.bscotch.net)

Things Mentioned:

Book: ADHD 2.0 by E. Hallowell & J. Ratey (https://bit.ly/3oZHugz)
Book: Unmasking Autism by Devon Price (https://bit.ly/3LrYe7r)

Questions answered (abbreviated):

02:32 Beekie Boppaboop: How often do you watch or read dev logs?
13:14 Bupanoilie Rolleepa: What content moderation lessons have you learned from working on Levelhead?
32:16 QuantumAnomaly:Do you have any good book suggestions that helped you understand your own flavor of neuro-spiciness?

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[Ep412] Slay Your Style Apr 26, 2023

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This week, we talk about existential questions, ADHD, and finding your art style. Who knew that an art style wasn't just a magical thing living inside of you?! Turns out, it's the end result of your particular process for visual problem solving. So if you wanna develop your own style, you gotta refine and expand your process. While you’re working on that, before you know it, you’ll see your style come to life!

00:15 Intro

00:50 Thanks to our supporters! (https://moneygrab.bscotch.net)

Questions answered (abbreviated):

01:48 JohnFlavin: What were Sam’s motivations for working with a Life Coach?
25:53 Teele: How have your methods for deep work and/or fast work changed post ADHD diagnosis? How does medication factor in?

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